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#145 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 8% in state

Liberty Intermediate School

Middle School · Duneland School Corporation

50 W 900 N, Chesterton, IN 46304

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

8.6

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#145 of 1,823

In Chesterton

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Duneland School Corporation

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Intermediate School

8.6/10

Middle School in Chesterton · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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7.7/10

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About Liberty Intermediate School

Liberty Intermediate School is a public middle school in Chesterton, IN, part of Duneland School Corporation. Liberty Intermediate School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #145 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Intermediate School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.2% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.5 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,779
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Liberty Intermediate School — Students at Liberty Intermediate School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 35 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
67%
2025
Math
61.6%
ELA
61.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Liberty Intermediate School Compares

See how Liberty Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in IN
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

50 W 900 N, Chesterton, IN 46304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westchester Intermediate School (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chesterton Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chesterton, see our Chesterton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Liberty Elementary School Chesterton 0.1 mi 8.9
Chesterton Senior High School Chesterton 1.9 mi 7.7
Westchester Intermediate School Chesterton 2.6 mi 8.7
Bailly Elementary School Chesterton 2.9 mi 8.8
Chesterton Middle School Chesterton 3.2 mi 8.6
Trojan Virtual Academy Chesterton 3.3 mi 4.1
Newton Yost Elementary School Porter 3.7 mi 8.7
Paul Saylor Elementary School Valparaiso 3.1 mi 2.9
ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chesterton 4.1 mi 5.8
Cooks Corners Elementary School Valparaiso 4.4 mi 8.0
South Haven Elementary School Valparaiso 3.7 mi 4.7
CHESTERTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterton 3.9 mi
Flint Lake Elementary School Valparaiso 4.5 mi 8.5
Valparaiso High School Valparaiso 4.9 mi 7.9
EMMANUEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Valparaiso 3.8 mi 7.9
Ethel R Jones Elementary School Portage 3.8 mi 4.7
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VALPARAISO Valparaiso 5.2 mi
Brummitt Elementary School Chesterton 4.7 mi 9.5
Discovery Charter School Porter 5.3 mi 5.2
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Valparaiso 5.6 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,551

Median Home Value

$278,300

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

27,402

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

39.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Rensselaer Central Middle School Rensselaer, IN 8.5
Speedway Junior High School Speedway, IN 8.5
Tecumseh Middle School Lynnville, IN 8.7
Westchester Intermediate School Chesterton, IN 8.7
North Posey Junior High School Poseyville, IN 8.8
Edgewood Middle School Warsaw, IN 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Intermediate School

What grades does Liberty Intermediate School serve?

Liberty Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Liberty Intermediate School?

Liberty Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Intermediate School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Intermediate School rank in IN?

Liberty Intermediate School ranks #145 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Liberty Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Liberty Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Intermediate School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Liberty Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Liberty Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberty Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Liberty Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Intermediate School?

24.6% of students at Liberty Intermediate School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Porter County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

District

Duneland School Corporation
District Enrollment
5,786
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,779
District Rank
#7 of 10

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